The levee held with about a foot to spare, although it did back up the storm drainage. The city was forced to dump raw sewage into the Salt Creek for about 12 hours, something that is only allowed in emergencies.

”It’s designed to protect the infrastructure as well as prevent additional backups into individual homes,” said Miki Esposito, Lincoln Public Works director.

Although the sewage was diluted from the rain, health officials issued a general warning.

“Stay out of the flood waters,” said Judy Halstead, health department director.

The aftermath left a mess for residents like Tom Bade, a former Vietnam vet and retired railroad worker. Bade said he doesn’t have flood insurance and doesn’t even know where to start.

“I don’t know what I’m going to do. I really don’t,” Bade said.

Bade isn’t the only one worried about the damage caused by the flooding.

City and the National Roads Department officials are concerned about additional rain this weekend that could lead to more flooding. Officials are telling residents to keep a close eye on the weather conditions.